Patent leather is so hot right now. It’s hard to miss the prominent, polished trend when roaming the stores or scanning the web. From peep toes to pricey handbags, the chic and shiny material is covering this season’s must-have accessories! I am little up in the air whether it’s best on a bag, a pump, a skinny belt or a polished trench, or perhaps the possibilities are positively endless!! While scanning the Network, I’ve stumbled across several posts praising the patent potential for spring…
The Fashionable Housewife encourages picking up patent pumps or a bright handbag, but advises that a little bit of the shiny material goes a long way!
High Fashion High points out pairings of patent with the clear Lucite craze on transparent wedges and luxe totes!
Style Bakery’s Delicious Deals highlights 8 “candy colored patents to brighten your day, all for under $40!”
Girlawhirl spotlights the best patent shoes found on the web!
Need some shiny inspiration? Check out Fashion Inc’s favorite patent pick!
Second City Style offers a few pieces that will keep you contemporary without looking like a space cadet! I need those Miu Miu belts!
Stay classy,
Annie
P.S. Have you made a patent purchase for spring. If so, what did you pick up?
Joie- Last Child Patetn Leather Ballet Flat
Maria Bonita Extra- Thin Braided Patent Leather Belt
Goldenbleu- Parker Patent Leather Tote
Images from Shopbop
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Lauren Barth | 03-Apr-07 at 2:50 pm | Permalink
I purchased a pair of black patent foe designer ballet flats. They were cheapies… and I’m OBSESSED. I’m also loving a pair of grey patent pumps that Payless has!
Patent Pretty | 03-Apr-07 at 3:51 pm | Permalink
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GlamSpree | 04-Apr-07 at 12:32 pm | Permalink
I bought a pair of peep toe flats that I am in love with … check them out!
http://blogs.glam.com/glamspree/2007/03/27/shoe-heaven/
GlamLive :: Must Buy: The Shirtdress | 06-Apr-07 at 3:47 pm | Permalink
[…] If you are plotting your “must-buys” for Spring, be sure that a shirtdress tops your list. They are popping up in stores everywhere by an array of labels at a variety of price points. They are cute paired with a patent pair of flats, sexy with wedges (or forgetting a few top buttons), chic with an added belt, and the versatility goes on and on. Buy one in a bright color, a pretty print or a classic black or white, and you will be good to go from day to night in a shirtdress! Here are a several shirt-dress picks from the Network… […]
annie | 17-Apr-07 at 11:29 am | Permalink
Glam Spree- Love the dolce vitas, good find.
annie | 17-Apr-07 at 11:30 am | Permalink
Lauren- I have to find these Payless pumps. Did you see them recently?